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Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Miami, FL

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garcia Portela, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Miami, FL. She has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Garcia Portela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia Portela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia Portela’s office at (305) 541-9709.

    Where did Dr. Garcia Portela go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana,Havana, Cuba

    What languages does Dr. Garcia Portela speak?

    Dr. Garcia Portela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Garcia Portela typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Garcia Portela diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Garcia Portela. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Garcia Portela typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela may include:

    Please contact Dr. Garcia Portela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Garcia Portela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia Portela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 541-9709 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia Portela accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Garcia Portela in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Athena Health Care Systems

    • Centene Corporation

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Garcia Portela's office located?

    Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela's Primary Practice

    330 SW 27th Ave Ste 509

    Miami, FL 33135

    (305) 541-9709

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    What hospitals are Dr. Garcia Portela affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Garcia Portela has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uhealth Tower,Miami, FL

    What is Dr. Garcia Portela's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garcia Portela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407865504.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia Portela?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia Portela

    What is Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia Portela is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Miami, FL.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garcia Portela is affiliated with Hca Florida Mercy Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia Portela's office at (305) 541-9709 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Miriam Garcia Portela?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia Portela's office at (305) 541-9709 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garcia Portela's office located?

    Dr. Garcia Portela's office is located in Miami, FL.